Overview
Student Population
2,777
| Location | Las Vegas, New Mexico |
| Online | nmhu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Las Vegas, New Mexico, New Mexico Highlands University is a small four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. New Mexico Highlands University has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student. 1,740 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,037 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $4,608 plus fees of $1,950.
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Annual Cost to Attend
New Mexico Resident Tuition
$4,608
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,144 |
| Other Fees | $1,950 |
| Room and Board | $8,908 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,968 |
| Total One Year Cost | $20,578 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
$9,048
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,144 |
| Other Fees | $1,950 |
| Room and Board | $8,908 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,968 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,018 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$36,300 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
21% within 6 years
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 28% |
| Health Professions | 23% |
| Business | 20% |
| Social Sciences | 7% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 4% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=187897 IPEDS survey data for New Mexico Highlands University.
Current students may use the New Mexico Highlands University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.